Distance couplings can span axial lengths of 20ft without the need for additional intermediate bearings. They are precision machined to the required length and are balanced for high speeds. Their special designs allow for simple installation which make “one person assembly” possible. Even at these long distances, they remain zero backlash, torsionally stiff, and compensate for shaft mis-alignments to prevent premature bearing failures. GAM offers you a complete line of distance couplings. Characteristics of Distance Couplings include: